challenger

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Meng has not faced a primary challenger since 2020 and has faced few well-organized opponents since her initial election to the House in 2012.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

While polls tipped Cepeda to finish ahead of his right-wing challenger, official results showed that he trailed, with 41% of votes compared to De la Espriella's 43.7%, with almost all ballots counted.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

The third challenger, Carmenlina Minasova, is a medical professional who lives in the Valley.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Now the challenger faces challenges of its own—and its stock is down about 70% over the past year.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Petrosian resigned on the forty-sixth move, and Bobby Fischer was the new challenger for the World Championship.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady